Oaklands, Oaks Road, Wray Common, Reigate, RH2

An elegant period wing located in a private setting on the fringes of Wray Common, set within mature gardens.

Description

The property is ideally located at the end of a private road on Wray common with direct access to the common via a pedestrian gate in the garden. This elegant wing, believed to originate from the Edwardian era has been extended over the years to provide a charming home in a great location.

The majority of the accommodation is arranged on the ground floor, the enclosed entrance porch leads to a generous hallway. The main reception and dining room is the centrepiece of this property. Formerly the billiards room of the principal house, this magnificent space boasts impressive feature ceilings with intricate decorative coving and architraves, complemented by an imposing fireplace and a sweeping bay window that floods the room with natural light. To the rear and side of the property, a generously proportioned and fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances leads to a combined dining and sitting area, offering direct access to the rear garden and patio – ideal for indoor-outdoor living. Practical elements include a useful utility room/cloakroom with WC and a walk-in larder and pantry, conveniently located off the kitchen.

There are four double bedrooms and a single bedroom, currently utilised as a study. Two well-appointed bathrooms serve these rooms, one featuring convenient Jack and Jill access. The double bedroom located on the first floor further benefits from built-in wardrobes and an adjacent study area or dressing room.

Outside the property is enveloped by well-maintained and enclosed mature gardens to the front, rear, and side. A substantial gravel driveway to the front offers ample private parking, complemented by a detached garage.

Location

Located in this popular North Reigate road, this fabulous home is under a mile from Reigate Station and in the very midst the town centre and all of the amenities of this bustling market town. Reigate is a thriving Surrey market town at the foot of the North Downs that has a blend of historic landmarks and recreational spaces making it the ideal destination for those in search of a lifestyle change within easy reach of London.

Reigate offers an impressive range of shops and services in the best tradition of English rural communities. The picturesque streets have a delightfully modern, cosmopolitan feel where independent boutiques rub shoulders with popular high street stores. There are also a good number of cafes and coffee shops including The Chapel, Gails and Cafe Nero. Local restaurants include Pizza Express, Bill’s, Wagamama and Nando's.

Commuting to London from Reigate station takes around 40 minutes. The larger mainline station at Redhill, is about a mile and a half away, which offers Southern and Thameslink services into London in about 32 minutes, along with routes to a variety of other destinations. The M25, Junction 8 is accessed very easily along Wray Lane, with links to London and the wider motorway network. For the frequent air traveller Gatwick Airport is around eight miles distant.

Reigate Priory Park is a centrepiece of the town with many acres of open parkland, a feature lake, impressive playground and The Pavilion Café, along with tennis/basketball courts and a sunken skateboard park. The perfect meeting place for friends and family. There is good walking and riding locally in the surrounding countryside, Reigate Heath and The North Downs Way. For golfers nearby courses include Reigate Hill, Betchworth and Reigate Heath.

Reigate is particularly well served with state and independent schools for all ages. These include Wray Common, St Bedes, Carrington School, Reigate Priory, Reigate St. Mary’s Prep School, Micklefield, Reigate Secondary School, Dunottar, Reigate Grammar and Reigate College.

(Please note all distances and times are approximate)

Square Footage: 2,388 sq ft